Pouch Batching Operator

• Location 1525 S 4th Street,Sunnyside, WA, 98944,United States
• Base Pay $22.00 - $27.00 / Year
• Job Category Manufacturing, Machine Operator
• Employee Type Regular

Manzana Products Co. has been in business for over 100 years and is a leading producer of organic apple juice, apple sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Manzana is owned by Agrial, a prominent French co-op of 12,000 farmer members and a force in agriculture and food production.

Manzana’s mission is to create quality apple products by placing the highest value on people, suppliers, customers, and continuous improvement in manufacturing capabilities, with social and environmental responsibility at the heart of our actions.

We are in the process of relocating our manufacturing facility from Sebastopol, CA to Sunnyside, WA. While the facility is essential, we believe that building a strong, dedicated team is the key to success. At Manzana, we work each day to foster a culture focused on food safety, employee health and safety, customer service, continuous improvement, and an inclusive, respectful environment where all team members’ contributions are valued, and feedback is encouraged.

At Manzana, all employees are required to actively participate in our comprehensive Food Safety Program to ensure the consistent production of the highest quality and safest food products. This commitment is essential to maintaining our standards and protecting our customers.

Join us as we grow and make a difference together

Those with experience in advanced machine operation in fruit processing and manufacturing highly desired.

The Pouch Batching Operator position is responsible for maintaining functionality of the steam kettles during production and documenting each ingredient used, as well as, batching each product.

• Learn and understand the daily kettle operator procedure forms; properly fill out and sign off on these forms on a daily basis.
• Learn the time frames given for each batch and utilize the time efficiently to assure that the job is done correctly and on time.
• Use personal protective equipment as required for each task performed.
• Maintain a record of utility tools used, and return them cleaned and properly store the tools after job duties have been completed.
• Understands how to check the ingredients:
  • Description of Ingredient used
  • Name of the supplier.
  • Confirmation of the expiration date.
  • Inspection of ingredient for mold/yeast.
• Learn how to weigh each ingredient accordingly using a scale.
• Be able to perform quality checks pertaining to acidity levels by performing pH tests and be able to just the acidity level accordingly.
• Be able to follow Standardized Operating Procedures (SOP's).
• Maintain designated area cleaned and organized.
• Responsible for establishing priorities and working independently without direct supervision.
• Follows all Manzana Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Follow safety rules, including those relating to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

• High School Diploma, or equivalent
• Must have a basic mechanical knowledge working with tools, scales, and pumps.
• Be able to Add, Subtract, Multiply, and Divide.

• The ability to work at high temperatures and learn how to use steam valves and kettles.
• The ability to work from a ladder or platform in a safe manner.
• The ability to work inside small, confined spaces.
• The ability to identify and report any quality deviations.

• This position is performed in a food-processing/production environment and may involve exposure to moving equipment, conveyors, high-pressure water, noise, wet surfaces, varying temperatures, and…